Kenny Simpson, East Dunbartonshire Council’s head of housing and community services, said: “As part of our ongoing campaign to deal with this problem, the council will also be taking part in Operation Myriad, an initiative championed by Strathclyde Police that will see our four council environmental wardens patrolling streets during October.”

He added: “We are now aware of the situation in the Waterside and Hillhead areas, as well as Kirkintilloch main street, and these will be looked into as a priority.”

Residents who witness any dog fouling incidents can contact East Dunbartonshire Council on 0300 123 4510.